Akshaya tritiya in Odisha

G SAHOO · Post by **G SAHOO** » Apr 21st, '15, 23:48

Akshaya tritiya is celebrated on the third day of the bright half` of the lunar month of “Baisakha”. It is an auspicious day of Hindus. The word Akshaya, a Sanskrit word, literally means one that never diminishes, and the day is believed to bring good luck and success. It is widely celebrated in all parts of India by different sections of the society irrespective of their religious faith and social grouping. The legend states that any venture initiated on the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya shall continue to grow and bring prosperity. Hence, it is normal to see many of the new ventures, like starting a business, ground breaking for construction etc on the Akshaya Tritiya Day.
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jinu · Post by **jinu** » Apr 23rd, '15, 23:48

Construction of 3 chariots for coming annual Rath Yatra in Puri began on Akshaya Tritiya.
On the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya(on 21st April 2015), construction of the three chariots started for coming annual Rath Yatra in Puri. Temple priests handed over the Ajna Mala to the three heads of the carpenters' clan to begin the construction of the Raths.
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odishasareestore · Post by **odishasareestore** » Dec 12th, '15, 18:23

Nice write up, lots of information.

swatibaral · Post by **swatibaral** » May 9th, '16, 23:08

Best wishes for Akhyaya trutiya 2016.

odishasareestore · Post by **odishasareestore** » May 10th, '16, 12:22

It is Farmers day. Happy Akshaya Tritiya.

odishahandicrafts · Post by **odishahandicrafts** » May 12th, '16, 16:20

Akshaya tritiya is a odia festival. Celebrate in Odisha.

Rajashree · Post by **Rajashree** » Apr 26th, '17, 22:51

This year Akhyaya tritiya will be celebrated on 29th April 2017. Best wishes to all for " Akhyaya tritiya".

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